Full job description
As a Wholesale Buyer you will drive the commercial performance of your category across all our formats. You will be the key decision maker with the autonomy to deliver your category strategy.
What you will be doing
· Deliver and track against the key commercial KPI’s of sales and profitability
· Curate the optimum assortment for our customers that delivers on all of our commercial targets
· Generate a continuous pipeline of value creating initiatives to deliver sales and profitability
· Be responsible for the category and trade plan that aligns to the overarching business plan
· Negotiate with and manage the supplier base, including a clear supplier strategy and the ongoing maintenance/improvement of terms
· Define the pricing and promotional strategy for the category
· Product/supplier sourcing & development in line with strategy
· Deliver projects and trials within your own area with cross functional engagement
· Contribute to the annual budget building process
What we are looking for
· Previous buying/commercial experience – desirable
· Computer literate - experience using Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
· Great stakeholder management with the ability to communicate and influence effectively
· Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
· Strong commercial acumen
· Negotiation knowledge and skills
· Strong numeracy skills and ability to analyse data
· Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills
· Proactive and resourceful
· Great team player
Salary Package
£38k - £45k Per Annum
Company quarterly bonus scheme
Working from Home
In return for your commitment my client offers a stable permanent and secure career. If you feel this is of interest, please send your CV directly or call for a confidential discussion (phone number removed).
McCord Recruitment Services acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The McCord Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to McCord Recruitment Services. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information.
As a Wholesale Buyer you will drive the commercial performance of your category across all our formats. You will be the key decision maker with the autonomy to deliver your category strategy.
What you will be doing
· Deliver and track against the key commercial KPI’s of sales and profitability
· Curate the optimum assortment for our customers that delivers on all of our commercial targets
· Generate a continuous pipeline of value creating initiatives to deliver sales and profitability
· Be responsible for the category and trade plan that aligns to the overarching business plan
· Negotiate with and manage the supplier base, including a clear supplier strategy and the ongoing maintenance/improvement of terms
· Define the pricing and promotional strategy for the category
· Product/supplier sourcing & development in line with strategy
· Deliver projects and trials within your own area with cross functional engagement
· Contribute to the annual budget building process
What we are looking for
· Previous buying/commercial experience – desirable
· Computer literate - experience using Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
· Great stakeholder management with the ability to communicate and influence effectively
· Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
· Strong commercial acumen
· Negotiation knowledge and skills
· Strong numeracy skills and ability to analyse data
· Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills
· Proactive and resourceful
· Great team player
Salary Package
£38k - £45k Per Annum
Company quarterly bonus scheme
Working from Home
In return for your commitment my client offers a stable permanent and secure career. If you feel this is of interest, please send your CV directly or call for a confidential discussion (phone number removed).
McCord Recruitment Services acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The McCord Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to McCord Recruitment Services. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information.
Interviews tomorrow
- Experience
- Required
- Languages
- English – Advanced
- Employment
- Full-time
- Schedule
- 9am - 5pm
- Salary
- £38,000 – £45,000 yearly
- Benefits
- Company Bonus
- Starting time
- Immediate start!
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